Principal Electrical Engineer
Job Details
An exciting opportunity to work with a leading global engineering and technology organization, delivering world-class projects across Oil & Gas, Refining, Petrochemicals, Energy, and Air Separation sectors.
We are seeking an experienced Principal Electrical Engineer to join our engineering team in Noida, India. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise in electrical engineering design, project execution, and discipline leadership within EPC or detailed engineering environments.
Experience: 15+ Years
Location: Noida, India
Brief Description
The Principal Electrical Engineer is responsible for leading electrical engineering activities across proposals and projects, ensuring safe, compliant, reliable, and cost-effective engineering solutions. The role involves technical leadership, project execution, engineering governance, vendor management, and mentoring of engineering teams.
The major responsibilities include:
- Leading and managing electrical engineering deliverables for proposals and projects.
- Ensuring compliance with engineering standards, discipline manuals, project specifications, and contractual requirements.
- Reviewing and approving engineering documents, calculations, electrical system studies, and vendor deliverables.
- Managing technical procurement activities for major electrical equipment.
- Coordinating with Project Management Teams and Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to achieve project objectives.
- Monitoring engineering KPIs, productivity benchmarks, and resource utilization.
- Supporting engineering process improvements, workflow optimization, and implementation of best practices.
- Providing technical guidance, mentoring, and training to Engineers and Designers.
- Ensuring timely completion of engineering deliverables within approved schedules and budgets.
- Supporting site activities through technical assistance, inspections, and resolution of site queries.
Qualifications
- Minimum 15 years of experience in EPC or detailed engineering companies executing projects in Oil & Gas, Refining, Petrochemicals, Energy, Air Separation, or related industries.
- Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering (B.E./B.Tech./M.E./M.Tech.)
- Strong experience in electrical design engineering, power system studies, and project execution.
- Hands-on experience with ETAP, System Study tools, and 3D Modeling platforms.
- Ability to independently develop Single Line Diagrams (SLDs), System Control Diagrams (SCDs), and Control Schematics.
- Thorough understanding of major electrical equipment including MV/LV Motors, Transformers, Diesel Generators, VFDs, and Switchgear Systems.
- Experience in Cable Sizing, Earthing System Design, Lighting Design Calculations, and Dialux Software.
- Strong knowledge of engineering standards, safety regulations, and industry best practices.
- Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage multiple project priorities effectively.
To Be Considered
To be considered for this opportunity, you should possess:
- 15+ years of relevant Electrical Engineering experience.
- Strong EPC/detail engineering project execution background.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced project environment.
- Willingness to work from the Noida office location.